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Progressive Era
Game Code: 497614
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Giving money back to the community is known as
Philanthropy or charity
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John D Rockefeller's company was called
Standard Oil
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How were the monopolies and trusts represented in this cartoon?
Power hungry men taking power from the government
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What is a muckraker?
Someone who exposes problems
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Which Muckraker wrote "How the Other Half Lives?"
Jacob Riis
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"The dead bodies were the answer." - What does this quote suggest about the outcome Triangular Shirtwaist Factory?
The women weren't listened to before the fire, but now after their death everyone starts to listen.
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Why did businesses and the government turn a "blind eye" to the problems of workers?
They only cared about money and power
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What book did Upton Sinclair write?
The Jungle
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Which muckraker exposed big business and monoplies?
Ida Tarbell
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Which muckraker wrote about political corruption?
Lincoln Steffens
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What were 5 problems workers faced in the progressive era?
Unsafe conditions for work, No protection, Child labor, Poor living conditions, Poor salary (8-10 dollars per week), Long hours (16)
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What is a Robber Baron?
A selfish businessman that only cares about money and exploits workers
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What is a captain of industry?
A selfless businessmen that gives back to the community
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Identify 3 causes to the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
A burning cigarette, no sprinkler system, no inspections, overcrowding, fire escaped collapsed, exit door was locked, fire hose was rusted
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